Prospect of biomass to bioenergy in India : an overview

Abstract

Energy is the most essential commodity for a rising nation like India. India’s population has grown beyond 1.4 billion, driving a rapid rise in energy consumption. To meet this demand, India must explore all available energy sources, including bioenergy. Bioenergy is a renewable energy created from materials that were once alive, known as ‘‘biomass.” This article examines the current energy situation in India and different biomass conversion technologies that can convert it into bioenergy.